I toured condominium complexes centered around a pool, classic commercial buildings and grand homes evocative of the Palm Springs lifestyle.

Modern architecture refers to similar buildings that emerged between the 1920s and 1950s.

It first took off in Europe, making its way into the American style.

Finally, the style became characterised by function and efficient use of space, clean lines and simplified look, minimal ornamentation compared to traditional styles, and use of new materials and structural innovation.

The common thread amongst a lot of these homes includes an open floor plan, connecting rooms together.

As modernist Le Corbusier declared, A house is a machine for living in.

The linear aspect of large, open glass and vaulted interior ceilings add to the look of this type of architecture.

In addition, the repetition of these lines are important to the overall modernist scheme, as pictured below.

Built-ins often comprise flat front doors and are less fussy than other styles.

Mantels additionally exhibit minimal ornamentation compared to more heavily ornate versions from the past.

Metal surrounding expanses of glass and concrete structural blocks figure prominently in the Palm Springs scene.

I also wrote extensively about Palm Springs here and here, if youre so inclined.

I help clients create stylish, functional homes that respect their past while designing for their future.

After extensive research, I work tirelessly to blend clients existing and new decor into the overall design scheme.

And if it must be new stuff, it will provide significant function, environmental sustainability or support our artists and thereby feed our soul.

Modernism Architecture Characteristics